Jack Joseph Thompson

Thompson, Jack Joseph
Jack Joseph Thompson, 85, passed away March 16, 2011. Born to Easton and Marion Thompson October 31, 1925 in a rustic cabin north of Prescott in Prairie, AZ. His family in Miami-Globe, AZ preceded by sisters June, Marian and brothers Lawrence and Benjamin. During WWII 1942, Mr. Thompson joined the U.S. Navy as part of APA-122 Kenton Amphibious Landing Force, attached to the USN Garrison Beach Battalion, who invaded and secured the island of Okinawa, Japan. December 1951, Jack was injured and honorably discharged from the service. In 1953, after service, his employment began at the Phoenix Title and Trust where he met his wife to be, Jeanette. When Jack was introduced to printing, he worked at Luke Air Force Base in Publications. Later, was hired by the Arizona Game and Fish Department where he later retired in the late 1970's as a Master Printer. Jack loved wildlife, outdoors, camping and sports. After retirement Jack and Jan enjoyed golfing in the White Mountains, AZ where they were members of Pinetop Lakes and Show Low Country Clubs. Jack was also a lifelong member of the Disabled American Veterans, and 26-year member of the Elk's Club. His most recent activity included daily walks and socializing at Arrowhead Mall. Jack is survived by wife of 57 years Jeanette, two daughters, Linda Lamphere, Jacque Dunshie and son, Joseph, 5 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. He will be missed
by many friends and family that he has touched over the years. There will be a private Veteran's Military Service. Contributions can be made in memory of Jack J. Thompson's to Banner Sun Health Research Inst. www.sunhealth.org or Veterans of Foreign Wars, USA www.vfw.org